Battery Electrolyte Level, Checking

Maintenance-Free Batteries

Only maintenance-free batteries conforming to standards "TL82506 " (as of December 1997) and "VW75073" (as of August 2001) may be installed.

CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to contact with battery acid!

• Prior to handling or servicing batteries, read, understand and observe the Warnings and Safety Measures => [ There is a risk of injury from the battery
acid. ] Battery.

Risk of explosion due to the explosive gas that forms during battery charging.

• Observe warning notes and safety precautions => [ Risk of explosion due to the explosive gas
that forms during battery charging. ] Battery.

Battery Electrolyte Level, Checking

Procedure

Maintaining the correct electrolyte level in the battery is an important factor affecting the length of the battery's service life.

CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to contact with battery acid.

• Follow accident prevention regulations when working with battery acid => [ There is a risk of injury from the battery
acid. ] Battery.

• Wear protective eyewear and clothing => [ Protect against injury by using protective
eyewear and clothing. ] Battery.

• If the electrolyte level is too low, the battery must be replaced. It must not be opened and distilled water must not be added.

Risk of explosion due to open flame, fire and smoking.

• Never handle open flame or burning cigarettes near batteries.

- If the "min" and "max" marking on the outside of the battery can be seen, inspect by sight.

• The electrolyte level must be above the "min" marking but must only go as high as the "max" marking.